Personal Care Products

noun a type of breath characterized by an unpleasant odor

adjective describing the quality of the breath as unpleasant

• Poor oral hygiene can lead to bad breath, also known as halitosis.
• Make sure to brush your teeth regularly to avoid bad breath.
• Dude, your breath is kicking! You have some serious bad breath going on.
• Her lies were like bad breath, impossible to ignore and leaving a lingering unpleasantness in the air.

noun a tool with bristles, wire, or other filaments, used for cleaning, grooming, painting, etc.

verb to clean, groom, or paint with a brush

adjective relating to or using a brush

preposition used in phrases like 'brush against' or 'brush off'

article a small, handheld tool used for cleaning or grooming

• She used a fine-bristled brush to paint delicate details on the canvas.
• Can you pass me that brush so I can fix my hair?
• I need to brush up on my math skills before the exam.
• He brushed off her comments as unimportant.

noun A person whose work or business is cleaning

verb To make something free of dirt, marks, or mess, typically by washing, wiping, or brushing

adjective Free from dirt, marks, or mess; not dirty

adverb In a way that is free from dirt, marks, or mess; cleanly

• The laboratory must be kept clean at all times to ensure accurate results.
• I always feel better when my room is clean and organized.
• I need to clean up my act and start taking responsibility.
• Her conscience was clean after she confessed to her mistake.

noun a contemptible or despicable person

• The doctor recommended using a gentle douche for feminine hygiene.
• I can't believe he acted like such a douche at the party last night.
• She called him a douchebag for not showing up to her birthday dinner.
• His behavior towards his employees was like a douche, constantly belittling them.

adjective vivacious and enthusiastic

• The effervescent bubbles in the carbonated drink create a refreshing sensation.
• She has such an effervescent personality, always full of energy and positivity.
• I love hanging out with Sarah, she's so effervescent, it's contagious!
• His effervescent ideas sparked a wave of creativity among the team.

noun a soft, strong thread used for cleaning the spaces between the teeth

verb to clean between the teeth with dental floss

• Dentists recommend using dental floss to clean between your teeth.
• Don't forget to floss before you go to bed.
• I always carry floss in my bag in case I need it.
• She used her charm as a social floss to smooth over any awkward situations.

noun a cosmetic substance used to darken, lengthen, and thicken the eyelashes

• She applied a coat of mascara to enhance her eyelashes for the formal event.
• I love how this new mascara makes my lashes look so long and full!
• I need to grab some more of that bomb mascara ASAP.
• His words were like a thick layer of mascara, covering up the truth underneath.

noun a person or thing that repels

adjective able to repel or drive away

• The insect repellent was effective in keeping mosquitoes away.
• I always make sure to spray on some bug repellent before going camping.
• I hate the smell of that bug repellent, it's so gross.
• His arrogant attitude is like a repellent, pushing people away from wanting to be around him.

noun a thick layer or coating of something

verb to spread or smear thickly or generously

• She decided to slather sunscreen on her skin before going out in the sun.
• I always slather butter on my toast in the morning.
• Let's slather some sauce on these ribs before we throw them on the grill.
• The politician tried to slather compliments on the audience to win their favor.

noun flattery or cajolery used to persuade someone

• The salesman used soft soap to persuade the customer to make a purchase.
• She always tries to soft soap her way out of trouble.
• Stop soft soaping me, just tell me the truth.
• His compliments felt like soft soap, trying to cover up his true intentions.

noun A fine mist of liquid particles

verb To disperse liquid in a mist or fine particles

• The gardener used a pesticide spray to protect the plants from insects.
• I always carry a bottle of bug spray when I go camping.
• She sprayed on some perfume before going out on a date.
• The artist's creativity seemed to spray out in all directions.

noun a fine powder made from talc, used for perfuming the body and for absorbing moisture

• Talcum powder is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products.
• I always use talcum powder after a shower to keep my skin dry.
• Hey, do you have any of that talcum powder stuff to borrow?
• Her words were like talcum powder, soft and soothing to the soul.

noun a mass of absorbent material inserted into a body cavity or wound to absorb bodily fluid

• She discreetly placed a tampon in her purse before heading to the restroom.
• Can you grab me a tampon from the bathroom? I forgot to restock.
• I always keep a stash of tampons in my bag for emergencies.
• His comment was like a tampon - unnecessary and uncomfortable.

noun a paste used with a toothbrush to clean and maintain the health of teeth

• Dentists recommend using toothpaste to maintain good oral hygiene.
• Don't forget to grab a tube of toothpaste when you go to the store.
• I ran out of toothpaste so I need to pick up some more at the drugstore.
• His smile was so bright, it looked like he had brushed with extra-strength toothpaste.

noun a act of cleaning or drying something by rubbing its surface with a cloth, a piece of paper, or one's hand

verb to clean or dry something by rubbing its surface with a cloth, a piece of paper, or one's hand

• Please remember to wipe the table clean after each use.
• Make sure to wipe down the counters before you leave.
• I'll just quickly wipe up this spill before it stains.
• He tried to wipe away his past mistakes, but they still haunted him.

noun a period of time following a bath

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• After taking a bath, she always applies moisturizer to her skin for a nourishing afterbath experience.
• I love the feeling of relaxation afterbath, it's the best part of my day.
• I can't wait to jump into bed afterbath and watch some Netflix.
• The afterbath of the successful project left everyone feeling accomplished and satisfied.